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Government employees ask Ilie Bolojan for salary increases following the Romgaz model

13:11, 12 Mai 2026

Romanian government employees are demanding broader salary increases after the Romgaz pay rise, arguing that performance-based pay and staff retention measures should apply across the entire public administration.

Nicușor Dan: Romania is “on schedule” with SAFE. Parliament votes on the last component

13:07, 12 Mai 2026

Romania confirms it is fully on track with the EU SAFE defense investment program, with Parliament set to finalize the last approval needed for contracts expected to bring major military production and infrastructure projects into the country by 2030.

Hungarian press, about Romania: the global center of the largest European energy group, here

13:04, 12 Mai 2026

Romania is rapidly emerging as a regional energy power, attracting global giants like ENGIE while expanding its own influence abroad through major acquisitions by Premier Energy.

PNL: 6 days have passed since the vote on the motion of censure, PSD has not presented any solution

13:43, 11 Mai 2026

PNL representatives announced on Monday that although 6 days have passed since the vote on the motion of censure, PSD has not presented any serious solution for governing the country.

Grindeanu: I would rather have a stable government than a quick one

13:41, 11 Mai 2026

PSD President Sorin Grindeanu said that he wants the future government to be stable, which is why he is willing to wait until a solid government formula is formed.

USR reports data leak at Sector 5 City Hall

13:40, 11 Mai 2026

USR Sector 5 draws attention to a data leak at the City Hall of Sector 5, on the platform of the Directorate of Local Taxes and Fees.

The state’s financial black holes: public companies that lost hundreds of millions of lei

15:18, 08 Mai 2026

The National Railway Company CFR SA, Electrocentrale Craiova, Unifarm, and CFR Marfă lead the list of state-owned companies that reported gross losses exceeding 100 million lei in 2024, according to the Report on the Analysis of the Efficiency of Central and Local Public Administration.

Massive wave of retirements: more than half of government employees will retire within 15 years

15:17, 08 Mai 2026

According to a government analysis, between 50% and 60% of current employees in public institutions are expected to reach retirement age within the next 15 years.

The Romanian government does not know exactly how many people it pays

15:15, 08 Mai 2026

Romania has over 1.2 million paid positions in public institutions, but it lacks a comprehensive registry of employees, according to a report on the Analysis of the Efficiency of Central and Local Public Administration published by the Government.

Bolojan: PNL ‘regained its self-respect’ after leaving coalition with PSD

14:14, 07 Mai 2026

Acting Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan sent a message to the Liberals stating that the party “has regained its self-respect” through its decision to end the coalition with the PSD and join the opposition.

Russian drone detected by radar in Romanian airspace, near Chilia

14:09, 07 Mai 2026

On Thursday morning, the Russian Federation carried out a new series of drone attacks on civilian and infrastructure targets in Ukraine, near the river border with Romania, in Tulcea County. Ground-based radars detected the drone entering national airspace in the Chilia area.

The number of Romanian citizens eligible to vote has decreased over the past month

14:21, 06 Mai 2026

The Permanent Electoral Authority (AEP) announced on Wednesday that the total number of eligible voters registered in the Electoral Register as of April 30, 2026, is 19,026,518, a decrease of 2,295 compared to March 31, 2026. Explanation: there were more deaths than Romanians who turned 18.

Ilie Bolojan, farewell message: “After 10 months, the inevitable has happened”

14:19, 06 Mai 2026

Ilie Bolojan posted a farewell message on social media on Wednesday after stepping down from the position of prime minister, which he held for 10 months, discussing the reforms he initiated, the privileges he challenged, and his intention to remain in politics.

Manda Reveals PSD’s Candidate for Prime Minister: “He Is an Option”

14:18, 06 Mai 2026

Sorin Grindeanu is the PSD’s choice for prime minister, according to the party’s secretary-general, Claudiu Manda.

Oradea on alert due to smoke from landfill fire

15:11, 05 Mai 2026

The Bihor Emergency Situations Inspectorate has issued a Ro-Alert message for Oradea residents, warning the population to avoid the Episcopia area due to the large amount of smoke released following the fire that broke out at the landfill.

Important moment on the Sibiu-Pitești highway. The Robești tunnel was broken through

15:08, 05 Mai 2026

The 900-meter tunnel on the Sibiu-Pitești highway route was broken through on Tuesday, announced DRDP Craiova.

Local Police coup: 130 positions disappear after CGMB vote

15:04, 05 Mai 2026

The General Council of Bucharest Municipality approved, on Tuesday, the reorganization of the Local Police, a measure that will significantly reduce the number of employees.

The motion of censure passed: The Bolojan Government failed in the vote

14:59, 05 Mai 2026

The motion of censure initiated by PSD and AUR against the Bolojan Government passed. Thus, the Ilie Bolojan Cabinet failed with a historic vote.

What will Bolojan do if the motion of censure passes. He announced a political project

14:00, 30 Apr. 2026

Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan said what he will do if the motion of censure passes and his government leaves the Victoria Palace. I will build a political alternative, announced Ilie Bolojan.

Snowfall on several roads in Romania. Snow removal equipment has been deployed

13:58, 30 Apr. 2026

Authorities announce that several roads in central Romania have snowed. Although it is the end of April, snow removal equipment has been deployed.

Works on the Giurgiu–Ruse Bridge: alternative traffic and longer waiting times than on May 1st

13:43, 30 Apr. 2026

Repair works continue on the Bulgarian side of the Giurgiu-Ruse Friendship Bridge, and road traffic is being carried out alternatively, on a single lane, according to information transmitted by the Giurgiu Border Police Territorial Inspectorate.

Young romanians apply massively for jobs, but unemployment among them is the highest in the EU

13:08, 30 Apr. 2026

They are applying more than ever, but finding it harder than ever to get a job. Young Romanians between the ages of 18 and 24 generated over 1.2 million applications in the first months of the year, in a country that simultaneously has the highest youth unemployment rate in the EU.

Nicuşor Dan: “There is an intention to finance from American partners”

13:09, 29 Apr. 2026

President Nicuşor Dan declared on Wednesday that Romania wants to develop energy projects with the US, both in the nuclear and gas fields.

PSD withdraws all its representatives from positions in the Government and in the territory

13:08, 29 Apr. 2026

PSD announced on Wednesday that it has withdrawn all its representatives from positions in the Government and in the territory. These are the positions of secretary of state and prefect.

Nicuşor Dan on Petrotel refinery reopening: A matter of weeks

13:07, 29 Apr. 2026

Romanian President Nicuşor Dan announced that the Petrotel refinery could reopen in the coming weeks after the United States announced a new waiver from sanctions. The head of state also stressed the importance of refining petroleum products.

Umbrărescu summoned to the Ministry of Transport to save highway projects

13:06, 29 Apr. 2026

Ilie Bolojan had a meeting with Miruţă, Pîslaru and Umbrărescu at the Ministry of Transport. The meeting was to save the projects from the PNRR.

First 10 hydration stations installed in Bucharest Airports

13:05, 28 Apr. 2026

The Bucharest National Airports Company (CNAB) has installed the first 10 drinking water stations in the capital's airports, the measure being part of a project to improve passenger services at Bucharest "Henri Coandă" International Airport and Băneasa International Airport.

Concordia: Political crisis in Romania increases financing costs

13:04, 28 Apr. 2026

The political instability in Romania during this period has direct effects on the economy, from the increase in interest rates and the depreciation of the exchange rate to the risk of losing significant amounts from the PNRR, shows an analysis carried out and published on Tuesday by Concordia.

Nazare: Romania’s 10-year borrowing rate has increased amid internal tensions

13:03, 28 Apr. 2026

Romania's 10-year borrowing rate has increased in recent days amid internal tensions, claims Finance Minister Alexandru Nazare.

INS: Retail managers estimate sharp price increases in the next three months

13:02, 28 Apr. 2026

Retail managers estimate sharp price increases for the next three months, according to economic activity trends presented on Tuesday by the INS.

Bolojan puts pressure on Parliament. Calls for 9 laws to access 10 billion euros from PNRR

13:18, 27 Apr. 2026

Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan is asking parliamentarians to adopt nine laws so that Romania can receive 10 billion euros from PNRR. Beyond the disputes, it is a test of responsibility for the Romanian political class, Bolojan said.

PSD and AUR announce they will jointly initiate a motion of censure

13:15, 27 Apr. 2026

PSD and AUR announced that they will jointly initiate a motion of censure against the Bolojan Government. The announcement was made on Monday by the leaders of the two political parties.

CFR Călători announces changes in the circulation of international trains Bucharest – Budapest

13:12, 27 Apr. 2026

The circulation of international trains IR 72 and IR 73, Bucharest - Budapest, will undergo changes on May 14, 2026, as a result of works on the railway infrastructure between the Recaș and Remetea Mare stations.

ANAF: 43.5 million lei bonuses for taxpayers who paid their obligations in advance

13:10, 27 Apr. 2026

The National Agency for Fiscal Administration (ANAF) has granted bonuses totaling 43.5 million lei for 78,322 taxpayers who paid their income tax and social contributions in advance, within the deadline set for April 15.

Bolojan: The system cannot be changed quickly, nor can sinecures be eliminated overnight

14:55, 24 Apr. 2026

Romania’s prime minister says that state reform cannot be achieved “overnight,” and that eliminating sinecures is not just a matter of replacing certain individuals, but of rules and decisions at the systemic level.

“A historic, unprecedented amount.” Alexandru Rogobete: 30 billion lei invested in healthcare

14:54, 24 Apr. 2026

Outgoing Health Minister Alexandru Rogobete presented an overview of the investments made in recent years. The total amount exceeds 30 billion lei, coming from the state budget, European funds, and international financing.

PSD ministers were „under pressure from outside the government,” says Prime Minister Bolojan

14:53, 24 Apr. 2026

Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan said Friday that PSD ministers were hampered by political pressure from outside the government, which sometimes prevented them from adhering to jointly made decisions, even though relations within the executive branch were “civilized.”

New rules for hiring foreign workers: no fees for workers and stricter controls

14:45, 23 Apr. 2026

The government adopted an emergency ordinance on Thursday regarding foreigners’ access to the labor market, which “facilitates Romanian entrepreneurs’ access to the workforce from third countries, simplifies procedures, and reduces approval times,” said spokesperson Ioana Dogioiu.

Finance Minister: Budget deficit fell to 1% of GDP in the first three months of 2026

14:44, 23 Apr. 2026

Finance Minister Alexandru Nazare announced Thursday that the budget deficit in the first months of 2026 fell to 22 billion lei, from approximately 44 billion lei in the same period of 2025. Specifically, as a share of the economy, this represents a reduction from 2.3% of GDP to 1%.

PSD officially announces ministers’ resignations: Marks the Start of the Change Demanded by Romanians

14:42, 23 Apr. 2026

The Social Democratic Party officially announced in a press release on Thursday that the resignations had been submitted and that the prime minister no longer has the support of a parliamentary majority.